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i have corian (which is a solid surface countertop). here are the benefits as compared to granite. you don't have to seal them (granite you have to seal every year), they don't stain (granite can), if they get a scratch it can be buffed out with the little sandpaper they provide you with (with granite it's a major issue), it's more eco friendly, the quartz composite tops will not harbor bacteria, and imo there are more choices for colors in solid surface than granite. if you want to have a 'natural' one i would go with a quartz composite (like silestone), synthetic i would do corian. i'm very happy with mine for the past 6 years, no problems

I have granite, but later this year we are going to do a remodel- might do recycled glass+ resin or quartz. IDK, all the granite seems to look so much alike- I want something different and unique( I'm hoping this is my last home).

We recently went through a kitchen remodel and none of the solid surfaces we looked at even came close to the beauty of the granite we chose. If you want something really different and your style accommodates it, you can try concrete (it can be stained/colored to your liking).

Answer by
Anonymous
at 6:42 AM on Mar. 8, 2011

Granite. My hubby and his cousin do granite work for people. I think the natural look is so awesome.